16 Jul 1918
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1918
Page
1
Am ericans in the 86th cust of Rheims repelled a large German infantry push after a heavy gas and shell bombardment. American guns fired low over trenches, breaking dense German ranks and allowing troops to take prisoners. Despite renewed attacks, Germans halted, rain complicating operations as Luftwaffe activity increased.
Three hundred Italian prisoners escaped from a Hungarian prison into Romania and were welcomed, including an army priest described as stark naked, according to a Rome dispatch dated July 16.
Laindon July 1. There are several thousand American troops operating on the Murman coast in the north, according to authoritative sources. The presence signals a notable Allied effort in Arctic operations.
Paris reports a German air raid on a U S Red Cross Hospital injuring two fatally and nine others including Miss Jane Joffrey. The hospital was crowded and operations continued as fire and bomb damage hit the building and tents nearby. Medical staff worked through the crisis amid chaos.
Camp Lewis will begin receiving 40 000 troops next Monday as 12 000 arrive, increasing the garrison to about ten or eleven regiments. The force will be chiefly regulars, and the arrival marks a major buildup at the post. Wilson signs Philippine veterans' widows bill. President Wilson signed the soldier widows bill, aiding U S veterans in the Philippines.
SGT Wes Lake writes from a camp near Bordeaux France describing daily life and unfamiliar sights. He notes long workdays, abundant vines and wine, and the challenges of living abroad while mentioning local buildings and a balcony reading area as part of the scene.
East Oregonian says July 15 is last day to file certificates for sugar purchases. County administrator McNary extends filing to today to avoid loss of sugar rights. Officials warn shortages loom as submarine losses and factory captures reduce output worldwide.
Reports from harvest fields indicate a barley shortage with yields generally below the top grade. Quality appears inconsistent as many localities report barley turning out better on spring plowing than on fallowed ground, Pendleton notes.
The clipping notes a chemical plant fire at a facility in Jacksonville追 with losses near 50000 dollars and mentions a strike avert at a Northwest Telegrapher company in the same period. It also cites U S intervention statements and a Mooney case at San Quentin with a sixity day deadline.
New York July 16 Hindenture described as compli to abandon his fifth offensive today, noting failures in initie boypetum. The history of four previous attempts shows the plan relies on troops moving forward with overwhelming force as the Wing of drive and Saturday's check by the Americans influences Hindenburg's timetable. He must pivot to rearrange a fierce peng.
July 6 dispatch reports American forces performing well in their initial combat in France. The narrative notes strong offense and solid resistance against German elements, with large Allied operations underway and continued confidence in the advancing line amid evolving tactics.
London July 16 German force of about thirty to thirty five divisions launched a main offensive in Champagne but not renewed after noon. Germans suffered a heavy blow yesterday from Rheims to the Marne with local combat 20 miles away. Americans fight brilliantly between Chezy Sur Marne and Vaux as other actions continue elsewhere.
London dispatch notes fifth phase of German offensive aims to break through and crush much of the French army with no fixed objective. Reports say Germans advanced on a four mile front between Belval and Fossy Jaulgenne, and a mile beyond the Marne, then driven back by American forces. Critics deem German gains minor compared with earlier efforts while optimistic papers question if this is the main attack. The Times cites possible move toward Paris. praise is given to American counterattack.
United Press dispatch from Picardy July 16 describes soldiers singing outside a United Prom billet as shellfire intensifies nearby A night of bombardment continues with military police enforcing rules and villagers seeking refuge while the song persists amid the artillery and gloom
Paris reports the French command calling the situation distinctly good as German efforts are halted near Rheims and along the Marne. A German counterattack failed to break through as Allied forces, including Americans, mounted strong counter actions from Chateau Thierry to Rheims with heavy fighting.
Washington dispatch reports that American morale and Allied valor are praised after a storied offensive drive. German commanders fear renewed pressure as weather turns, with officers predicting the Bouche offensive may halt or shift to defense.
Paris July 16 reports say Allied forces have taken about 2000 prisoners in a fighting action. The article notes the enemy appears checked and notes total prisoner counts by American tanks.
The county plans bulk handling of about 25 percent of the wheat crop this year. Estimates suggest total county grain output could approach one billion bushels if bulk storage expands. Local elevators are being assigned to key towns with capacities ranging from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of bushels.
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